Which of the following is NOT a common characteristic of effective burnout prevention strategies?

• A. Clear boundaries
• B. Regular supervision support
• C. Ignoring workload
• D. Stress management activities

Answer: (C)

Preventing burnout relies on balancing demands with support and recovery. Clear boundaries keep work from spilling into personal time, protecting rest and reducing chronic stress. Regular supervision support provides ongoing guidance, validation, and resources to cope with tasks, which helps prevent feeling overwhelmed. Stress management activities equip people with techniques to relax, regulate emotions, and recharge. Ignoring workload, however, misses a critical step: not addressing how much work there is or how it’s distributed allows demands to pile up and overwhelm a person, increasing burnout risk. So ignoring workload is not a common feature of effective burnout prevention strategies.